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"a couple of melodies" vs "a couple melodies"

Both 'a couple melodies' and 'a couple of melodies' are commonly used phrases, but 'a couple of melodies' is more grammatically correct and widely accepted. The addition of 'of' makes the phrase clearer and more precise.

Last Updated: March 30, 2024

a couple of melodies

This phrase is more grammatically correct and widely accepted.

This phrase is the standard way to refer to a small number of melodies in formal or written English.

Examples:

  • She played a couple of melodies on the piano.

Alternatives:

  • a few melodies
  • several melodies
  • some melodies
  • a pair of melodies
  • a small number of melodies

a couple melodies

This phrase is correct but less common than 'a couple of melodies'.

This phrase is used informally or in casual speech to refer to a small number of melodies.

Examples:

  • I heard a couple melodies on the radio yesterday.

Alternatives:

  • a couple of melodies
  • a few melodies
  • several melodies
  • some melodies
  • a pair of melodies

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